Bioinformatics analyst demographics and statistics in the US
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Bioinformatics analyst gender statistics
50.8% of bioinformatics analysts are women and 49.2% of bioinformatics analysts are men.
- Female, 50.8%
- Male, 49.2%
Bioinformatics analyst gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% |
| Male | 49.2% |
Bioinformatics analyst gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$80,664
Female income
$75,597
Bioinformatics analyst gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in bioinformatics analyst positions over time. Currently, 50.8% of bioinformatics analysts are female.
Bioinformatics analyst gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 52.27% | 47.73% |
| 2011 | 49.70% | 50.30% |
| 2012 | 51.11% | 48.89% |
| 2013 | 49.83% | 50.17% |
| 2014 | 50.15% | 49.85% |
| 2015 | 48.70% | 51.30% |
| 2016 | 47.71% | 52.29% |
| 2017 | 49.27% | 50.73% |
| 2018 | 46.24% | 53.76% |
| 2019 | 47.97% | 52.03% |
| 2020 | 48.83% | 51.17% |
| 2021 | 49.19% | 50.81% |
Bioinformatics analyst related jobs gender ratio
We compared bioinformatics analysts with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dell certified systems expert and software applications architect have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Informatics Nurse Specialist | 13% | 87% |
| Clinical Support Specialist | 22% | 78% |
| Clinic Administrator | 23% | 77% |
| Bioinformatics Analyst | 49% | 51% |
| Senior Data Center Engineer | 98% | 2% |
| Software Applications Architect | 98% | 2% |
| Dell Certified Systems Expert | 99% | 1% |
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Bioinformatics analyst demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among bioinformatics analysts is White, which makes up 52.2% of all bioinformatics analysts. Comparatively, 26.7% of bioinformatics analysts are Asian and 9.1% of bioinformatics analysts are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 52.2%
- Asian, 26.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.1%
- Black or African American, 7.0%
- Unknown, 4.9%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.1%
Bioinformatics analyst race
| Bioinformatics analyst race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 52.2% |
| Asian | 26.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.1% |
| Black or African American | 7.0% |
| Unknown | 4.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.1% |
Bioinformatics analyst race and ethnicity over time
See how bioinformatics analyst racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Bioinformatics analyst race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 57.94% | 7.08% | 26.82% | 6.09% |
| 2011 | 58.74% | 7.50% | 25.29% | 6.32% |
| 2012 | 57.93% | 7.13% | 26.72% | 5.98% |
| 2013 | 57.32% | 6.43% | 27.37% | 6.53% |
| 2014 | 56.02% | 7.30% | 27.39% | 7.32% |
| 2015 | 55.90% | 6.68% | 27.83% | 7.15% |
| 2016 | 55.29% | 7.29% | 27.68% | 7.47% |
| 2017 | 54.97% | 7.22% | 27.49% | 7.57% |
| 2018 | 55.84% | 6.55% | 27.08% | 7.58% |
| 2019 | 56.01% | 7.10% | 26.10% | 8.14% |
| 2020 | 52.30% | 6.88% | 26.75% | 9.42% |
| 2021 | 52.17% | 6.96% | 26.68% | 9.08% |
Bioinformatics analyst wage gap by race
According to our data, asian bioinformatics analysts have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american bioinformatics analysts have the lowest average salary at $76,891.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $81,099 |
| White | $80,941 |
| Black or African American | $76,891 |
| Asian | $85,903 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $78,763 |
Average bioinformatics analyst age
See how the average age of bioinformatics analysts varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Bioinformatics analyst age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 40 | 44 |
| White | 42 | 45 |
| Black or African American | 45.5 | 44 |
| Asian | 40 | 40 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 40 |
Bioinformatics analyst age breakdown
The average age of bioinformatics analysts is 40+ years years old, representing 57% of the bioinformatics analyst population.
Bioinformatics analyst age breakdown
| Bioinformatics Analyst Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 57% |
| 30-40 years | 30% |
| 20-30 years | 13% |
Bioinformatics analyst educational attainment
The most common degree for bioinformatics analysts is bachelor's degree, with 59% of bioinformatics analysts earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 29% and master's degree degree at 9%.
- Bachelor's, 59%
- Master's, 29%
- Doctorate, 9%
- Diploma, 2%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Bioinformatics analysts by degree level
| Bioinformatics analyst degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 59% |
| Master's | 29% |
| Doctorate | 9% |
| Diploma | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Bioinformatics analyst wage gap by degree level
According to the data, bioinformatics analysts with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $88,771 annually. With a Doctorate degree, bioinformatics analysts earn a median annual income of $88,090 compared to $81,092 for bioinformatics analysts with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $88,771 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $81,092 |
| Doctorate Degree | $88,090 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $71,833 |
Bioinformatics analyst employment statistics
Most bioinformatics analysts work for a private in the education industry.
Company size where bioinformatics analysts work
Below, you can see the size of companies where bioinformatics analysts work.
Bioinformatics analyst jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 2% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 31% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Bioinformatics analyst jobs by company type
Employees with the bioinformatics analyst job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most bioinformatics analysts prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Bioinformatics analyst jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 37% |
| Public | 23% |
| Private | 39% |
| Government | 2% |
Bioinformatics analyst jobs by industry
The most common industries for bioinformatics analysts are education, health care and technology.
Bioinformatics analyst industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 29% |
| Health Care | 26% |
| Technology | 12% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Start-up | 6% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Pharmaceutical | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
Bioinformatics analyst turnover and employment statistics
Bioinformatics analyst unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for bioinformatics analysts between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bioinformatics analyst unemployment rate by year
| Year | Bioinformatics analyst unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.21% |
| 2011 | 4.30% |
| 2012 | 3.58% |
| 2013 | 3.42% |
| 2014 | 2.80% |
| 2015 | 2.73% |
| 2016 | 2.43% |
| 2017 | 2.42% |
| 2018 | 2.29% |
| 2019 | 2.21% |
| 2020 | 3.97% |
| 2021 | 2.41% |
Average bioinformatics analyst tenure
The average bioinformatics analyst stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 162 bioinformatics analysts resumes in Zippia's database.
Bioinformatics analyst tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 21% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 9% |
Bioinformatics analyst LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of bioinformatics analysts that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Telecommunications Analyst | 7.31% | 10,486 |
| Bioinformatics Analyst | 8.42% | - |
| BOS Developer | 8.46% | 79,713 |
| Senior Information Security Analyst | 8.59% | 113,001 |
| Network Engineer Supervisor | 9.03% | 55,892 |
| Beta Tester | 10.54% | 6,855 |
| Work Station Support Specialist | 10.88% | 105,386 |
Similar bioinformatics analyst jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Telecommunications Analyst | 7.31% | 10,486 |
| BOS Developer | 8.46% | 79,713 |
| Senior Information Security Analyst | 8.59% | 113,001 |
| Network Engineer Supervisor | 9.03% | 55,892 |
| Beta Tester | 10.54% | 6,855 |
| Work Station Support Specialist | 10.88% | 105,386 |
Foreign languages spoken by bioinformatics analysts
The most common foreign language among bioinformatics analysts is Spanish at 25.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Cherokee at 12.5% and Zhuang is the third-most popular at 12.5%.
- Spanish, 25.0%
- Cherokee, 12.5%
- Zhuang, 12.5%
- French, 12.5%
- Carrier, 12.5%
- Other, 25.0%
Bioinformatics analyst languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 25.0% |
| Cherokee | 12.5% |
| Zhuang | 12.5% |
| French | 12.5% |
| Carrier | 12.5% |
| Other | 25.0% |
